F1 LIVE | F1 'to make a return to this European country', Leclerc speaks out on bold bid

Luís Montenegro, the Prime Minister of Portugal, looks to have announced that his country will make a return on the F1 calendar for the 2027 season.

Portimão first came onto the F1 calendar in 2020 and 2021 due to the restrictions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, and now a return to the Algarve looks set.

The battle for P2 in the constructors' championship is becoming an intriguing one between Ferrari, Mercedes and Red Bull.

Of course, the amount of wind tunnel time is a vital factor for development after the season has been completed, with teams who finish higher in the standings receiving less wind tunnel time.

Charles Leclerc was asked about this as the fight between the three teams continues, with a bold claim coming from the Monegasque driver.

Max Verstappen is just one of many drivers making the most of the summer break by relaxing on holiday.

Partner Kelly Piquet took to Instagram to share some amusing footage of the four-time world champion in the sea.

The images show Verstappen on a mini jet ski, with a large diving mask on, tearing through the water.